Rugged Cowboy: A Mulbury Boys Novel (Hope Eternal Ranch Romance) by Elana Johnson

Hope Eternal Ranch Romance Book 3


⭐⭐⭐⭑
Romance, clean, contemporary; Series, but stand alone read.

     More of a 3.5 for me as a reader. Contemporary Western romance, with a twist. Dallas, is a convicted criminal recently released from prison for white collar crime. A friend from prison is getting married, and Dallas owes him so much for his support, kindness, protection, and help during their incarceration. Seeing Nate and Ted friends from his incarceration, helps as he transitions with his children into life outside of prison. Sensitive to his change in his life, from surgeon, prisoner, and now released inmate, he watches, observes, and tries to fit in at the ranch as he starts working at the ranch. As he and Jessica meet and get to know one another, his life, and the complexities of being divorced with an ex-wife who is addicted, and in debt to dealers, puts his children, him, and Jessica at risk. As he seeks to resolve the situation with his ex-wife, to keep himself and his loved ones safe, the complexities get in the way of his relationship with Jessica.
     Strong characters, family, genuine, sweet attraction between Dallas and Jessica, along with some fun scenes with Nate and Ted and their significant others (MC in the other books in this series) and continuing their stories, made for a fun read. E.J.'s sensitive dealing with these released inmates, who are working to join back into their community and make a home, and a heart home with their loved ones. She describes so well the genuine, honest emotions they are feeling, feel the deep emotions, worries and concerns that each of the characters have, and see their honest hearts, hoping for healing, and wanting to be seen by another loving, caring companion. A perfect addition to this series.
     I received an ARC from the author in exchange for a fair and honest review. My opinions are my own, I received no compensation for this.

Comments

Post a Comment

Thank you for reading my blog! I hope to get back with your quickly!

Popular posts from this blog

"Is It Any Wonder: A Nantucket Love Story" by Courtney Walsh

Image
 Is It Any Wonder: A Nantucket Love Story Courtney Walsh GoodReads Review    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Romance, clean, contemporary; Christian faith elements Louisa/Lou and Cody's story, entangled in their past, and their families past, was masterfully told. Themes of faith, and forgiveness weigh heavily in this novel. It is a Romance too though, as they have shared a young love in the past that was so much a part of their lives growing up, and the tragedy that separated them as young adults leaving home after graduating from high school. A mistake of Louisa's, and near tragedy brings them together, and as they are put together through various events and circumstances, their hearts open to each other again. C.W. knows how to write troubles without them becoming so overly dramatic to be unbelievable in this novel. This is the perfect addition to this series. The sweet tender hearts, the angst and worry with all the family issues and personal issues, and of course, their working th...
Read more

"His Lady In Hiding" Jen Geigle Johnson

Image
His Lady in Hiding by Jen Geigle Johnson GoodReads review ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Romance, clean, period; Liz (Lady Elizabeth) and Anthony's (Lord Barton) romance was sweet, unexpected, and well-done. The journey across the ocean, treacherous and awful, the time in America, and the surprise for Lord Barton.  Liz's adjustments to her new life and station, trying to leave her old life behind and do her best with her new job as a housekeeper, as well as her passion for the social issues she finds in America.  The pulls toward home (England) with all the complications for both of them, tied together well. Some of the side characters felt a little forced, but overall a fun, interesting, suspenseful at times, and of course, sweetly romantic read for me.  More of a 3.5 for me as a reader, but rounded up with the lush cover.  I received an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review. My opinions are my own.
Read more

"Lakeshire Park" by Megan Walker

Image
Lakeshire Park by Megan Walker GoodReads reveiw ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Romance, clean, period; Gorgeous, subtle, period romance. As Amelia and her sister Clara are on the brink of poverty, they have one last chance for Clara and possibly Amelia to make a match that will secure their future and keep them out of poverty at their stepfather's passing. Sir Ronald and his mother have invited them both to a house party, and Clara hopes to secure his affections. They chance meet Mr. Peter Wood, and later see him and his sister Georgiana at the house party. Amelia is at odds with Peter for a good portion of the novel, but we see subtle glimpses of his affection for her throughout the novel. They are at cross purposes with him trying to help his sister secure Sir Ronald's affections, and she trying to help her sister do the same. Amelia, at one point, seeks to marry for convenience, but when she recognizes that she has grown to know him, and his heart, and see how much he actuall...
Read more